Designer David Rasmussen, maker of custom-crafted wood furniture and products for the kitchen, grew up in New England, where he was exposed to a rich tradition in furniture making from a young age.
From the outset, his study and work – both in furniture making and beyond – has been “driven by artistic design and aesthetic value.”
And it shows in everything he does.
Through his training in composition and construction under the tutelage of master crafters, as well as his focused study in Danish, Ming Dynasty, and contemporary American studio furniture, David developed his own avant-garde style of design and function.
Today, all that thoughtful training and study has translated beautifully into a collection of goods for the home, including kitchen accessories.
Once we adopted some of his pieces into our own collection, we wondered about the driving force behind his work today.
“I really enjoy creating objects that are a joy to use,” David told us, “with the hope that they are of good enough quality that they will be cared for and become heirlooms.”
Which probably explains why all of David’s pieces are made in small batches and not mass-produced.
In addition to artistic integrity, quality plays another key role in David’s success. In order to ensure that each piece lives up to his high standards, David works closely with his hand-picked staff of highly trained craftsman to produce elegant wares for clients across the US.
Our favorite pieces? These, of course:
According to David, this striking piece is great for parties. And we couldn’t agree more.
With its versatile size and black or white color options, you’ll be hard pressed to find a moment when it doesn’t come in handy—and add a splash of distinctive style to the scene.
A best-in-class gift item, according to David. And a gorgeous piece of serve ware to bring out for special occasions, family occasions. or no occasion at all.
“Great for serving apps or as a catch all for jewelry or wallets on a dresser,” David suggests. And yet another example of form-meets-function craftsmanship.
Not to mention a healthy splash of red, just in time for the holidays. ‘Tis the season indeed.